A Lake District theatre project which aims to inspire the next generation of creatives has been given a cash boost.
Company 25, run by Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, helps 14 to 18 year-olds take centre stage to create performances to celebrate the venue’s history and future.
A grant of £1,546.69 from Cumbria Community Foundation will help the initiative give young people from a wide range of backgrounds the unique opportunity to collaborate with leading theatre professionals and creatives to shape a series of performances.
Liz Stevenson, artistic director and joint CEO of Theatre by the Lake, said: “The support from the foundation will allow us to provide these young people with not just the tools for creating performances, but the skills that will stay with them for a lifetime.
“We truly believe that Company 25 will be a game-changer for the next generation of theatre professionals in Cumbria, and we are grateful for the foundation’s belief in our mission.”
Company 25 was launched as part of Theatre by the Lake’s 25th anniversary celebrations last year.
It held summer masterclasses for young people in collaboration with professional theatre practitioners.
The project is continuing in 2025 and will offer a range of creative opportunities.
For more information about Company 25 and how to get involved, visit https://www.theatrebythelake.com/get-involved/young-people/
